At Musikmesse I tried both the TR-8 and the new Analog Rytm by Elektron.

How much Sound Design and flexibility do you prefer? The TR-8 gives you an enjoyable Jam and instant gratification, but you're limited in your sound palette.The Analog Rytm is a beast, with a lot of flexibility – so a bit more fiddling, lots of possibilities. Keep in mind the Rytm is three times the cost of an TR-8.